Current producers of Wild Rice
Althought European Exapansion has significantly diminished Wild Rice distributions within North America, its presence
is still large within Northwestern Ontario, Manitoba and Minnesota. For more information regarding the Production and commercial
use of Wild Rice please visit:
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Historical Uses
Additionally, Fort William Historical Site offers Interpretive programming geared at cultural and historical events of
the early 19th century. During summer programming, you can often partake in the tasting and preperation of traditonal foods
such as Wild Rice! Please visit them at:
Information regarding Habitat and Preservation
Advances in the Management of wild rice production in Northwestern Ontario Lakes by P.F Lee (Department of Biology Lakehead
Univeristy) is a great place to start!
